Fitters Mate

Search Consultancy LTD; Swaffham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Consultancy LTD is recruiting a Fitter's Mate / General Operative to support mechanical and electrical installation activities at Vanguard West Substation. You will assist with general site maintenance, keep work areas clean, erect barriers and support installation teams on a major energy infrastructure project.

The ideal candidate will have a valid CSCS or CCNSG Safety Passport, plus health and safety training.

Qualifications

• Valid CSCS card or CCNSG Safety Passport.
• Manual Handling training.
• Working at Height training.
• Fire Safety Awareness.
• Previous substation/major infra project experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist mechanical and electrical installation teams with general site activities.
• Support installation work, including cable-pulling where required.
• Erect and maintain site barriers and keep areas safe.
• Carry out housekeeping and tidying across the site.
• Follow all site health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
• Work under the direction of the Chargehand or Site Supervisor.
• Complete allocated tasks within agreed timescales.
• Maintain a safe working environment and comply with site rules.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Reliability

Job description

Fitter's Mate / General Operative - Substation

Location: Vanguard West, PE37 8EG

Pay Rate: £25.00 per hour LTD / Umbrella or £18.50 per hour PAYE

Overtime Rates: Available - see below

Start Date: 19 October 2026

End Date: 30 April 2027

Positions Available: 1

The Role:

We are recruiting for a Fitter's Mate / General Operative to support mechanical and electrical installation activities at Vanguard West Substation.

Working alongside experienced fitters and site supervisors, you will assist with general site maintenance, keeping work areas clean and tidy, erecting barriers and supporting installation teams with day-to-day activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous construction or substation experience who is looking for a long-term contract on a major energy infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist mechanical and electrical installation teams with general site activities.

Support fitters with installation work, including cable-pulling activities where required.

Erect and maintain site barriers and ensure work areas remain safe.

Carry out general housekeeping, cleaning and tidying across the site.

Follow all site health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.

Work under the direction of the Chargehand or Site Supervisor.

Complete allocated tasks within agreed timescales.

Maintain a safe working environment and comply with site rules at all times.

Valid CSCS card or CCNSG Safety Passport.

Manual Handling training.

Working at Height training.

Fire Safety Awareness.

A strong commitment to health and safety.

Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Previous experience on a substation, power generation, utilities or other major infrastructure project. National Grid Person / BESC authorisation would also be advantageous.

Pay Rates:

First 37 hours: £25.00 per hour LTD / Umbrella or £18.50 per hour PAYE.

After 37 hours and first 4 hours on Saturday: £26.50 per hour LTD / Umbrella or £19.61 per hour PAYE.

After 4 hours on Saturday, Sundays and bank holidays: £28.89 per hour LTD / Umbrella or £21.37 per hour PAYE.

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a reliable, proactive individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe and organised working environment. You should be willing to support the wider installation team, follow instructions and work safely in a busy substation environment.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age